Last updated: June 12, 2025
Thank you for using RateMyClub USC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website.
We collect your USC email address (@usc.edu) when you sign in through Google Auth for student verification purposes. This ensures only USC students can write reviews. Your email address is kept private and anonymous - it is never displayed publicly on the site.
When you submit club reviews and star ratings, this content is stored on our platform. All reviews are displayed anonymously - your name and email are never shown publicly. We do not collect or store photos.
We use Google Auth for sign-in, which may provide us with basic profile information such as your name and email address. This information is used solely for account creation and verification.
We use the information we collect to:
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties. We do not send promotional emails or newsletters. Your email address is used solely for account verification and remains completely private.
We may share information only when required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
We use the following third-party services:
These services have their own privacy policies and may collect data as described in their respective policies.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We retain user accounts and reviews indefinitely to maintain the integrity and usefulness of our review platform. If you wish to delete your account and all associated data, please contact us at ratemyclubusc@gmail.com and we will process your request.
Our website is intended for USC students and we do not knowingly target or collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information.
You have the right to:
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage users to review this policy regularly.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at ratemyclubusc@gmail.com.